OGOJA, Cross River State — The Vice Chairman of Ogoja Local Government Council, Hon. Mrs. Mary Illah Otoro, on Monday warmly received members of the Catholic Women Organization (CWO), Holy Trinity Parish, Ogboja, during a courtesy visit to her office following her recent appointment. The visit, which was marked by prayers, thanksgiving, and words of encouragement, underscored the strong relationship between faith-based organizations and leadership in promoting community development within Ogoja Local Government Area. The delegation was led by Mrs. Agnes Osang, President of Holy Trinity Central Station, alongside notable members including Mrs. Veronica Abashi, Mrs. Lucy Asue, Mrs. Lucy Eweh, Madam Philomena Nku, Mrs. Cecilia Aruku, Mrs. Blessing Ekunke, Mrs. Mercy Audu, and Mrs. Janet Sunny Ntol. During the visit, the women offered prayers for divine wisdom, strength, and guidance for the Vice Chairman as she begins her new responsibility in public service. Responding, Hon. Otoro e...
In a landmark move aimed at protecting lives and improving healthcare standards, the Ogoja Legislative Council has raised a motion to curb the growing menace of quack medical practitioners operating within the local government area. The motion, titled "Motion Calling on Ogoja Local Government to Stop the Activities or Practice of Quackery Doctors within Ogoja", was sponsored by Hon. Sunny Achang , Councilor representing Mbube East 1 and Deputy Leader of the Ogoja Legislative Council. It was co-sponsored by Hon. Dr. Elizabeth Nkagafel Mbim (Nkum Irede), Hon. Modey Boniface (Urban Ward 1), and Hon. Otoro Illah Mary (Urban Ward II). The motion condemns the fraudulent and life-threatening activities of quack doctors, individuals who masquerade as medical professionals without proper training or qualifications, who have infiltrated the healthcare system in Ogoja. The sponsors noted that these unlicensed practitioners have caused immense harm, including loss of lives,...